Coming Up - Ambrose Treacy College

COMING UP WEEK 9

As we come to the close of another term, I want to take a moment to wish everyone a safe and restful holiday. This is a precious time to slow down, reconnect with our families and communities, and reflect on the many blessings in our lives. Amid the busyness of the year, it’s important to pause and appreciate what truly matters—our relationships, our well-being, and the shared moments that bring us closer together.

Let this holiday season be a time of gratitude, love, forgiveness, and compassion. These values not only enrich our personal lives but also reflect the very heart of our college community. I encourage our students to lead with humility by carrying these values into their homes and neighbourhoods, treating others with kindness, empathy, and understanding.

Once again, it has been a privilege to work with your sons, alongside a dedicated team of staff, as we continue our shared mission of building men of courage. We look forward to welcoming you back refreshed for the new term.

Last day of Term 2: 3pm Friday 20 June 2025
First day of Term 3: 8.30am Monday 14 July 2025

Reminders for the First Week Back

Formal Photo Day Catchup scheduled for Monday 14 July (1st Day Back). Sibling Photos commence at 7:45. Each relevant family has been advised of this opportunity, and a copy of the schedule. Only individual photos and sibling photos for students absent on the photo day have been requested. If you have any questions, or believe you should have been included, please contact the Formation Office. 

School Officer Day: Celebrating the Support Staff Who Keep Our Schools Thriving

School Officer Day is our opportunity to recognise and celebrate the vital role support staff play in education. Schools simply would not function without the dedication and expertise of support staff. Their work ensures that learning environments are safe, organised, and enriched with resources and care. To show our appreciation, we held a lovely morning tea in Warril Place, bringing staff together to say thank you and celebrate the incredible contributions of our support team. To all our support staff: thank you for your commitment, your professionalism, and the difference you make every day.

KEY DATES

Monday 14 July | First Day Term 3
Tuesday 15 July | Years 4 to 7 Track and Field Carnival
Wednesday 16 July | Years 8 to 12 Track and Field Carnival
Thursday 17 July | Years 8 and 9 Subject Information Night 6pm
Friday 18 July | Years 8 and 9 2026 Subject Selections Open
Tuesday 22 July | P&F Meeting 6.30pm
Wednesday 23 July to Wednesday 30 July / Year 12 Exam Block
Wednesday 23 July | Years 10 2026 Subject Selection and Careers Expo 5pm
Thursday 24 July | Year 10 2026 Subject Selections Open / Parent Teacher Feedback Meetings 4pm to 7.30pm
Friday 25 July | PUPIL FREE DAY - Parent Teacher Interviews 9am to 3pm Online
Monday 28 July | Year 10 Set Plan Meetings Begin
Tuesday 29 July | Junior and Middle School Academic Assembly
Thursday 31 July | Celebration of 150 Years of Edmund Rice Ministry / Cocurricular Music and Dram Recital Evening 5pm
Tuesday 5 August | Mary of the Cross Feast Day Mass
Wednesday 6 August | Signum Fidei Breakfast
Friday 8 August | Year 5 Mass and Retreat / Year 8 to 10 2026 Subject Selections Close / Years 11 to 12 Volleyball Schools Cup
Wednesday 13 August | PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Thursday 14 - Sunday 17 August | QCMF
Saturday 16 August | P&F Father's Day Function
Tuesday 19 August | Year 8 Mass
Wednesday 20 August | Year 10 Set Planning / Year 11 2026 Subject Selections Close
Friday 22 August | Book Week Dress-up Parade / Senior School Lip Sync Battle
Tuesday 26 August | Years 11 and 12 Drama Performance Evening 6pm
Thursday 28 August | Formal Music Concert 5.30pm
Friday 29 August | Year 4 Mass / Year 8 Retreat
Monday 1 September to Wednesday 10 September / Year 12 Mock Exams Commence
Tuesday 2 September | RU Ok Day / P&F AGM 6.30pm
Wednesday 3 September | Year 7 Advocacy Afternoon 3.15pm / Year 7 Fathers Evening 5pm
Thursday 4 September | Year 11 Sociable 6.30pm / Last day of Formal uniform
Friday 5 September | Ministerial PUPIL FREE DAY
Tuesday 9 September to 16 September | Years 7 to 10 Exam Period / Year 11 Exam Block (no classes)
Wednesday 17 September | Year 10 Immunisation
Thursday 18 September | College Tour 4pm
Friday 19 September | Year 4 Charity Fayre / End of Term Liturgy / Last Day of Term 3pm Finish

PRINCIPAL'S BLOG

Follow the link to read this week's message from Mr Ryan. ATConnect | Principal's Message Week 8

ATC People and Places - Mr Bernard Wong

As we celebrate our 10th Anniversary at ATC, we ask long serving staff to reflect on their journey and share their thoughts on the past 10 years.

"They say, 'time flies when you're having fun' and the past ten years have been both rewarding and enjoyable, despite their challenges. Returning to ATC as a former NJC staff member felt like coming home. From the very beginning, it has been a welcoming space—not just for me, but for my family as well. Throughout my time here, I have built meaningful friendships with staff and the families of former students. My two children have grown up alongside the children of other staff members, and along with my wife, they take great pride in the close-knit community I am privileged to be a part of. Ambrose Treacy College has played a significant role in shaping my journey, both as an educator and as a family man. Its story continues to influence me, and I look forward to the journey ahead."

ATC Past Students News

Reunion for 2020 Past Students

ATC 2020 Past Students are invited to a reunion on Saturday 11 October from 4pm – 6pm at The Waterford Building to mark five years since graduation. Join us for snacks, snags and drinks and a catch-up with friends. Tickets are $15 and include food and your first drink. Beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase at the bar. Contact Tom Perissinotto, Harry Ebinger or Raph Barcelon with any queries. Tickets and further details via Trybooking: https://www.trybooking.com/DCQJT

LEARNING

Year 10 Design

Our Year 10 Designers had a wonderful time turning dreams into reality as they assembled their Montessori chair designs. Throughout the process students have considered the wants and needs of their clients, strength requirements of material and their own design aesthetics to develop their working prototypes. The chairs they have created were even strong enough to hold their classmates!

FAITH AND MISSION

'Doco in a Day' project - Krispy Cremes

ATC students showed enormous enthusiasm to support a worthy cause, raising funds for the @edmundricefoundation. Inspired by the recent 'Doco in a Day' project which powerfully shared the experience of Edmund Rice students at the Ruben Centre in Kenya, the documentary makers organised a Donut Day fundraiser! To no one's surprise, 600 #krispykreme donuts sold out in a record time! Thanks to all our students who planned, organised, served and ate donuts on the day! We are looking forward to another fundraiser to support @Edmund Rice Foundation and their work with the passionate and committed learners at Ruben. That means another Donut Day in Term Three! Bring your student card or EFTPOS card and help our friends in Kenya. Watch the ATC Documentary HERE and give us a LIKE.

SERVICE

The final eWaste service event this semester will be Saturday 21 June 2pm

ATC students are invited to support eWaste Kenmore on Saturday 21 June at 2pm, for a fantastic initiative that gives new life to old electrical items. Donating parts from old computers, TVs, toasters, microwaves (and more!) helps reduce landfill and supports vital recycling efforts.

Students can also get hands-on by dismantling and sorting donated items — all in a welcoming, social environment that provides a sense of purpose, particularly for some of our less advantaged community members. It's a win for the planet and for people! Look around the house and ask your family, friends, and neighbours to start collecting old electronics.

Zach from 6L will be onsite to help you unload donations or to welcome you to the workshop area.

Contact: email Ms Maryanne Gillespie, Head of Year at EMAIL
When: Saturday 21 June 2-4 pm
Where: eWaste Connection, Kenmore Community Centre 98 Brookfield Road, Kenmore Hills, 4069

Bring: Donations of old electronic goods

FORMATION

The Year 11 SociABLE will be held in Term 3 on Thursday 4 September at Victoria Park Ballroom from 7pm to 10pm. Professional photographers will be on site from 6.30pm and will be taking photographs of individuals and their partners upon their arrival. More information to follow with ticketing opening in Term 3.

MUSIC

SAVE THE DATE | QCMF 14-17 August 2025

The Queensland Catholic Colleges Music Festival (QCMF) schedule has been released! All students in Taiko, Choirs, Bands and Ensembles perform at this annual festival so please ensure the dates are in your family calendar.

Concert Band and Junior Band

A delicious breakfast and excellent music are the perfect warming combo for a cold winter's morning! Our Concert Band and Junior Band entertained families as part of our Breakfast Concert series, showcasing their progress since their first performance in February! What a big improvement! Out with the tooting and in with the smooth tunes! As the semester ends, all 21 ATC bands, ensembles and choirs now turn their attention to preparing for #QCMF - Queensland Catholic Colleges Music Festival being held from14-17 August. We can't wait to see you all on the big stage!

CLUBS

Queen’s Gambit Chess Club

The Queen’s Gambit Chess Club had a great term, and it was fantastic to see the students sharpening their skills and learning new strategies to elevate their game. There was a great sense of teamwork as they help each other master new moves and tactics. With winter here, it’s the perfect way to stay warm, challenge the mind, and have some fun!

Gardening Club

Gardening through the winter teaches patience, resilience, and the wonder of watching nature thrive even in the coldest months. Despite the cold and slow growth last term, our gardeners in Garden Club continued to show up and create a space they could return to and enjoy every day – with a smile!

SPORTS

Football

Heading into the final games of the season tomorrow, we wish our Football players the best of luck for Saturday. We also offer a huge thank you to our supporters on the sidelines each week. Here are some highlights from last Saturday's Football at Somerfields.

P&F NEWS

2025 Meeting Dates

Please join the P&F Executive at the next meeting on Tuesday 22 July in the Waterford Lecture Theatre, Senior School precinct at 6.30pm. Meet the Principal and Deputy Principal and hear the latest updates on College event. (See the College Map - 17. Waterford) Can you also join us on the dates below? We look forward to meeting you!

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

Tuesday 22 July at 6.30pm, Tuesday 2 September P&F AGM 6.30pm, Tuesday 14 October and Tuesday 25 November for the P&F 2026 Planning Meeting 6.30pm. For any queries, please email the P&F Secretary  pandf@atc.qld.edu.au

P&F Events

Trivia Night - Saturday 2 August
AGM - Tuesday 2 September
P&F Ladies Spring Lunch - Friday 24 October at Victoria Park

THE ULTIMATE AWARDS SHOW TRIVIA NIGHT - Friday 2 August

Join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition at the ATC P&F Trivia Night on Saturday 2 August 2025 from 5.0pm to 9.45pm in Nudgee Junior Hall. The theme is: The Ultimate Award Show Winners so dress to impress. Make your table theme one of your favourite award winners from any award winning movie, Grammy-winning musician/band, Emmy-winning television show, or Tony-winning Broadway show. That’s a lot of great characters, compelling stories, and, of course, renowned outfits for your trivia team.

Table Bookings
Sales Open Monday 9 June 2025 at 5pm. Cost: $250 per table (maximum of 10 persons)
Booking: through Parent Lounge. Table Captains must log in and make the full table payment.
Theme: After purchasing, please email Nicole Moy at moynicole@hotmail.com to register your table theme.

Raffle Tickets

Raffle tickets are open to the entire College community. Raffle tickets can be purchased online prior to the event through the Parent Lounge and also on the evening, on site at the event. If you can’t attend the event, you can purchase tickets prior to the event.

Raffle Pricing:

$10 for 2 tickets $30 for 8 tickets

$20 for 5 tickets $50 for 15 tickets

ATC P&F Spring Lunch | Bookings Open Soon

Join us for a delightful afternoon at the Annual ATC P&F Ladies Spring Lunch on Friday 24 October at The Marquee, Victoria Park Function Centre from 12pm to 4pm. This is a celebration of elegance, connection, and a cause close to our hearts. Indulge in a beautifully crafted two-course lunch (main and dessert), complemented by a glass of sparkling bubbles on arrival. Hear from an inspiring guest speaker and enjoy surprise entertainment, all in support of Breast Cancer Research and our speakers' nominated charity. Together, let’s raise awareness, funds, and a glass — for hope and community. Ticket will include a delicious lunch, dessert, a glass of bubbles and entertainment. Raffle tickets are available. Seating will be arranged by your son’s Year Level at ATC. If you'd like to sit at a specific Year Level table, please indicate this when booking. For group bookings, kindly list all guest names. Don't forget to note any dietary requirements on the RSVP form. Dress code: Add a splash of PINK in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Donations P&F 2nd Hand Uniform Shop

COMMUNITY

Supporting our Community

Thank you to ATC mum Laura Rocket, business owner of Bloom and Rocket, Taringa and Kenmore Village Florist, who is generously offering a discount for ATC staff and families at both of her flower boutiques. Order online to receive 15% discount off your order. using our special code Atcfriends at the checkout. See their website HERE. Laura kindly donates fabulous flowers to many of our College fundraisers and is a valued member of our community. Let's support those who support us!

Penance and First Communion

Enrolment for Penance and First Communion in 2025 closes on 23 June. Catholic families who wish to register for Penance and First Communion (children in Year 4 and above who have completed Confirmation) are asked to contact the Kenmore Parish Office via email kenmore@bne.catholic.net.au

ATC Campus Tours

Join us for an afternoon tour through the heart of campus on Thursday 18 September at 4pm. Explore our state-of-the-art teaching spaces, music rehearsal rooms, science labs and tech hubs. Stroll around our gardens by the river and admire the green spaces where there's room for boys to run and play. Meet our staff and chat with our students about their journey at ATC. Register online today: https://www.atc.qld.edu.au/enrolments/book-a-tour.

Mr Jason Sepetauc

Deputy Principal